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Partner Post: 5 Features to Include in Your Community Outdoor Living Space
Make the most of your community's outdoor living space by adding these features to it. Your residents will have more reason to spend time in the community while enjoying this amenity.
Partner Post: 10 Timeless Flowers to Beautify Your Garden
Plant any of these time-honored flowers recommended by gardening experts to give your garden a classic look.
How to Slow Down Speeding Vehicles in Your HOA
Tired of seeing vehicles zipping through your community? Try the expert-written tactics in this post to slow down traffic and make your association a safer place to live.
Should You be "Friends" with Your Neighbors?
Social media is a great way to stay connected with people from all walks of your life — friends, family coworkers, neighbors, high school acquaintances and more.
Partner Post: Growing Cacti and Succulents for an Easy-Care Yard
Enjoy a yard – or container gardens – that are amazingly easy to care for and colorful by growing trendy cacti and succulents.
Partner Post: Boost Brainpower with Blueberries
Blueberries make everything better — pies, smoothies, salads and even your brain. Among the foods with the highest antioxidant content, they are antioxidant powerhouses.
Partner Post: 3 Fire Safety Precautions You Must Take This Summer
I love the summertime. To me, nothing’s better than having my kids and grandkids over for a swim in the pool - following it up with a barbecue. Believe me, nothing beats being the grandpa with a pool.
Deck Maintenance: The Key to a Fun and Safe Summer
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: your outdoor structures need just as much care and maintenance as your home. Think about it - your decks, sheds, and fences are exposed to the elements, and
Partner Post: How to Stay Safe this Electrical Safety Month
May is Electrical Safety Month - but electrical safety is something we should keep at the top of our minds year round. For many homeowners, if it’s out of sight, it’s out of mind.
Having trees on your property can increase the value of your home. Click on this post to read about the many ways trees can pay you back.
Giving the Gift of Clean Water
Learn about Associa's partnership with Weathermatic's Save Water | Give Life Program and how the partnership brought a water well to a village in Nicaragua.
Partner Post: The Biggest Kitchen Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Whether you're remodeling or making a few simple updates, design is key for a functional kitchen. Find out what mistakes to avoid during the process in this post!
Celebrating Earth Day: 4 Ways to Make your Home More Sustainable
Looking for Earth Day ideas that will help keep the planet sustainable for years to come? Try these ideas offered by TV personality and contractor Mike Holmes in this post!
Partner Post: Top 3 Berry Bushes to Plant for Mind, Body and Garden
Not sure what type of berry bushes to plant in your spring garden? Try these varieties recommended by gardening experts today!
Partner Post: 5 Tips to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Good curb appeal is a strong sign of a well-maintained home. Try these 5 tips for making sure your home looks its best!
Top 4 Tips for a Lush Spring Landscape
Get your garden ready for spring with expert landscaping tips from tv personality and professional contractor Mike Holmes!
Partner Post: How to Regulate Your Home's Temperature with Window Treatments
Strategically adjusting your window treatments can keep heat out in the summer and in during the winter. Find out how in this post!
Keep Cool Air In and Hot Air Out: How to Seal Doors and Windows
Find out the options for weatherstripping doors and sealing windows this spring and summer with this how-to from contractor and TV personality Mike Holmes.
Partner Post: 3 Tips for Creating Spring Containers that Wow
Looking for flower container ideas for spring? Try the tips in this post to create a colorful spring flower container for your porch or balcony!
The Complete To-do List for Home Spring Cleaning and Maintenance